Software Review

Aurora Solar Review

Established platform with strong features but high cost and steep learning curve.

7 /10
Pricing: Starting at $150/month, per-project fees apply

Pros

  • Comprehensive design tools
  • Good shade analysis
  • Large user base
  • Integration ecosystem

Cons

  • Expensive per-project pricing
  • Steep learning curve
  • Slower design workflow
  • Limited international support

Aurora Solar Overview

Aurora Solar is one of the more established solar design platforms in the market. It offers a comprehensive suite of tools for residential and commercial solar design.

Design Capabilities

Aurora provides robust design tools including LIDAR-based roof modeling, panel layout optimization, and shade analysis.

Strengths

The platform excels at detailed shade analysis and has a large library of component specifications. Its LIDAR integration provides accurate roof measurements in supported regions.

Limitations

The learning curve is steep, and the per-project pricing model can become expensive for high-volume installers. International support is limited compared to newer platforms.

How It Compares to SurgePV

While Aurora Solar is a capable platform, SurgePV offers faster design workflows, more affordable pricing, and broader international support. SurgePV’s AI-powered tools reduce design time from hours to minutes.